Tractor Driver

World Agriculture & Opportunities; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agriculture is seeking a skilled Tractor Driver for full-time work in the East Midlands. The role involves operating machinery throughout the crop growing cycle, ensuring high safety standards and maintaining farming equipment. Candidates should have experience in agricultural practices and a full UK driving licence, with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery.
• Familiarity with arable and root crop farming practices.
• Reliable, hardworking, and flexible during peak times.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and modern arable/root crop equipment.
• Support planting, growing, and harvesting operations.
• Conduct routine checks and basic maintenance of machinery.

Skills

Mechanical awareness

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility

Education

Full UK driving licence

PA1 and PA2 spraying certificates

Tools

Tractors

GPS equipment

Forklift

Telehandler

Job description

East Midlands, England Full-time

Full-time job opportunities

Job Description

New Job Opportunity - Tractor Driver

East Midlands

£13.50+ per hour depending on skills and experience

The Job Role

You will play a central role in arable and root crop operations, supporting all stages of the growing cycle from ground preparation to harvest. The role involves daily operation and maintenance of tractors and farm machinery and contributing to wider farm maintenance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Operate tractors and a variety of modern arable and root crop equipment

Seasonal farm jobs

Support planting, growing, and harvesting operations

Conduct routine checks and basic maintenance of machinery

Assist with field cultivations, spraying, irrigation setup, and harvesting

Accurately follow instructions and record fieldwork as required

Maintain high standards of safety and hygiene across all operations

Support the wider farm team with general duties as needed

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery

Familiarity with arable and/or root crop farming practices

PA1 and PA2 spraying certificates desirable

Good mechanical awareness and practical problem-solving skills

Full UK driving licence essential

Reliable, hardworking, and flexible - especially during peak times

Desirable: Forklift or telehandler ticket, GPS equipment experience

If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please contact Saffron on 07754 853939 or [e-mail]

Contact us to apply

07754 853939 [e-mail]